Communication and public speaking are key aspects of leadership. As an investment leader, I’ve delivered hundreds of board presentations, thousands of client and media speeches, and who knows how many strategy meetings with my various investment teams. Many brilliant executives have difficultly getting up in front of crowd and finding their authentic voice. Connecting with your audience is the ultimate goal. It sounds easy, but as many of many of us know, it can be downright daunting.

Just like leadership, public speaking is more art than science. Likewise, the process for me has involved a great deal of trial and error. I wasn’t always a great public speaker, but I've learned how to find my authentic, passionate voice, and keep my messages simple. 

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It's all about connecting with your colleagues, with your audience, and with everyone.